The Thirsty Sword is a historical novel written by Robert Leighton and published in 1892. The book tells the story of the Norse invasion of Scotland in 1262-1263. The narrative follows the journey of the Viking warrior, Hakon Hakonsson, who is sent by his father to lead the invasion of Scotland. The story is set in the medieval period and is filled with action, adventure, and political intrigue.As Hakon leads his army across the Scottish countryside, he encounters resistance from the Scottish people, who are determined to defend their land against the invaders. Along the way, Hakon forms alliances with some of the local clans and battles against others. The novel also explores the complex relationships between the Norse and Scottish rulers, as they negotiate alliances and betrayals.Throughout the book, Leighton weaves in historical details about the Norse invasion and the political and social climate of medieval Scotland. He also provides vivid descriptions of the landscape and the battles, bringing the story to life.Overall, The Thirsty Sword is a gripping historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the Norse invasion of Scotland. It is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval history, Viking culture, or Scottish folklore.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.